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An open cholecystostomy
involves making an opening from the gallbladder to the outside of the abdomen
in order to allow for drainage.
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Conditions Treated with an Open Cholecystostomy:
An open cholecystostomy may be performed in cases of pancreatitis, bile duct inflammation, gallbladder inflammation and jaundice.
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There are no
comparable non-surgical or surgical alternatives to an open cholecystostomy.
Anesthesia with an Open Cholecystostomy:
An open cholecystostomy is performed under general anesthesia, which means that the patient is asleep and completely unaware during the procedure.
Potential Complications from an Open Cholecystostomy:
Possible risks following an open cholecystostomy include infection, bleeding, bile leak and a negative reaction to the anesthesia.
Prognosis after an Open Cholecystostomy:
The prognosis for a positive end result following an open cholecystostomy is good.
